Las Cruces
United States, North America
0.1M people
America/Denver
English
City
University Town
Las Cruces
Las Cruces is a city in southern New Mexico, known for its sunny climate, New Mexico State University, and proximity to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks State Park.
Desert Oasis
Safety
78
Security
Safe
Cost
70
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
75
Medical
Good
25°
L: 10°
Best time to visitMarch
Annual rainfall
250mmCost of Living
70
Overall Cost
Expensive
45
Rent Index
Affordable
90
Groceries
Very Expensive
65
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$800
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
Cost vs Global Average20% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
72
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
72
Very Good
Good72
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Good
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
70
Very Good
Good70
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
65
Very Good
Good65
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 60/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 70/100
Entertainment
65/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$45K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
5
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
75
Good
Good75
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
80
Expensive
Bad80
System Overview
System Type
Mixed
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
78
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent92
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 78/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 22/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
75
Health Index
LIFESPAN
78
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
70
Good
Good70
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$30
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
50
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
60
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
El Paso International Airport (ELP)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
50
Fair
Average50
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
60
Good
Average60
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$30
per month
Fuel
$0.8
per liter
Taxi
$2
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
2
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
70
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
New Mexico State University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
70
Good70
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
70
Good70
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
65
Good65
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
55
Average55
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
95
Excellent95
Language Barrier
Low
10
Bad10
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
5
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure75/100
Visa Process90/100
Banking & Finance85/100
Avg Salary
$45,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$60/month
Visa Info
US visa requirements apply
Business Freedom80/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 10/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency95/100
Cultural Diversity60/100
Official Languages
English, Spanish
Tipping Culture
Customary, but not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many outdoor activities available
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Denver
Languages
English, Spanish
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Mixed
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary, but not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many outdoor activities available
Best Time to Visit
March
April
May
October
November
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US visa requirements apply
Key Statistics
0.1M
Population
70
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$0.8K
1BR Rent
50
Transport
$45K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
New Mexico State University
Nearby location
Airports
El Paso International Airport (ELP)
Nearby location
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